Transforming literacy for every learner at Pittsburgh Public Schools

Read&Write and OrbitNote are available to 20,000 students across 54 Pittsburgh schools. From Pre-K to 12th grade, including neurodivergent and multilingual learners, students are getting the tools they need to thrive.

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Increased student engagement, independence and confidence

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Stronger digital literacy skills that prepare students for the future

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Accessible, grade-level content for every learner

Our tools have been trusted by over 250 million people worldwide, including education leaders, districts and more

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Helping everyone
involved in learning

Whether you're leading a district, teaching in the classroom, or supporting a child at home, our tools are here to help. They're built to make learning more accessible, engaging, and empowering for every learner.

Our tools are helping people, just like you…

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Educational leaders

  • Drive system-wide inclusion initiatives with easy installation
  • Improve student engagement and outcomes
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Teachers

  • Get easy-to-use tools that work together 
  • Support diverse learners without slowing down instruction
  • Make grade-level content accessible for everyone
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Parents and carers

  • Help students feel more confident and independent
  • See learners reach their full potential and flourish at school

Supporting student needs starts with understanding the barriers

Today’s classrooms are more diverse than ever. Investing in assistive technology is more than just buying tools. It's about shaping a better future so everyone has the chance to succeed.

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1 in 10 students has dyslexia. This brings challenges with reading and writing and leads to low self-esteem.

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36% of us have struggled with some form of literacy during education.

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15-20% of people are neurodivergent. That means 1 in 5 have conditions like ADHD, autism, or dyslexia.

Reading challenges make learning harder

Many students struggle to read grade-level text, which can lower their confidence and engagement at school.

Writing difficulties hold students back

Problems with spelling, sentence structure, or getting ideas down on paper can stop students from sharing their thoughts.

Teachers need easy-to-use tools that work together

Educators often have a variety of tools that don’t connect well, making it tough to give consistent support.

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The Read&Write difference

Read&Write offers flexible reading and writing support for every student. Whether they need text read aloud, help with word choice, or tools to organise their thinking, Read&Write is there to help. It's built to support neurodivergent learners while benefiting every student in the classroom.

Educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools notice:

  • A rise in assignment and homework submissions
  • More students staying in class and learning alongside their peers
  • Students independently accessing curriculum, with no workaround needed

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What OrbitNote brings to the classroom

OrbitNote turns static PDFs into interactive, accessible, and collaborative documents. Students can highlight, type, comment, or use voice notes, whether they’re working together or independently.

Educators at Pittsburgh Public Schools notice:

  • Easier collaboration between students
  • Better access for students with low vision or processing needs
  • More time for teachers to focus on teaching, not paperwork
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Student impact

Creating confident, independent learners

In this video, students share how Read&Write supports their learning in the classroom and at home. It helps them stay focused, understand content more easily, and work more independently. They highlight features like:

  • Text-to-Speech
  • Co:Writer Prediction
  • Vocabulary List

Creating confident, independent learners

In this video, students share how Read&Write supports their learning in the classroom and at home. It helps them stay focused, understand content more easily, and work more independently. They highlight features like:

  • Text-to-Speech
  • Co:Writer Prediction
  • Vocabulary List

Educator impact

Improving student engagement and reducing classroom disruptions

Teachers share how they can now spend less time making adjustments and managing behaviour. Read&Write and OrbitNote help students access materials in ways that meet their needs, reducing disruption and removing barriers. Some tools that support this are:

  • Screen Masking
  • Text-to-Speech
  • Customised settings

Improving student engagement and reducing classroom disruptions

Teachers share how they can now spend less time making adjustments and managing behaviour. Read&Write and OrbitNote help students access materials in ways that meet their needs, reducing disruption and removing barriers. Some tools that support this are:

  • Screen Masking
  • Text-to-Speech
  • Customised settings

Book a chat with our team

Let’s talk about what’s possible for your students or classroom. 

Fill out the form and we’ll be in touch soon.

We’ll arrange a time to talk and discuss your needs. 

We can discuss what worked for Pittsburgh Public Schools and how it could work for your school and students.

Daniel Kerins, Account Executive IV at Everway

Daniel Kerins
Account Executive IV